A Macomb County jury has convicted Eric Compton, 42, of Eastpointe, of operating a motor vehicle with a high blood and alcohol content (BAC), causing death with a prior conviction (20-year felony).

Two open bottles of Fireball Whisky were found the car of a driver who crashed in Troy with a BAC more than double what the state considers “super drunk.”

MADISON HEIGHTS, Mich. – Michigan State Police troopers said they pulled over a man who was driving 97 miles per hour Saturday on I-696 in Madison Heights. According to authorities, troopers determined he was driving under the influence and had a blood alcohol content of .19. It is illegal to drive in Michigan with a BAC of at least .08 with enhanced penalties for anyone driving with a BAC of .17 or higher. Police said he was arrested for Operating While Intoxicated -- High BAC and Driving with a Suspended License. Police said the passenger in the vehicle had a semiautomatic pistol in his waistband, which he announced was “open carry.” Troopers said he was also intoxicated and was arrested for carrying a concealed weapon.